In The Beverly Hillbillies, “Granny” Was Only Five And A Half Years Older Than Jed
Show: The Beverly Hillbillies
Original Network: CBS
Est. Production Budget: $150,000 per episode*
The fact that Buddy Ebsen, who portrayed Granny’s grandson Jed Clampett, was only 5.5 years older than Irene Ryan, who played Granny, is among the most astonishing facts about the iconic television series The Beverly Hillbillies. When the show debuted in 1962, Ebsen was 55 and Ryan was 60. Ryan’s portrayal of the feisty and fiercely independent Granny made her one of the show’s most beloved characters, despite their different ages. Ryan’s ability to play a character who was so much older than her is a testament to her talent.
In The Beverly Hillbillies, Granny Was Only Five And A Half Years Older Than Jed
An Elephant Was What A Price Is Right Contestant Wanted, Not Money
Show: The Price Is Right
Original Network: CBS
Est. Production Budget: Unknown
During a standout episode of The Price Is Right, a competitor startled both the presenter and viewers by announcing that he would accept the elephant presented to him instead of the $4,000 that was being offered as a substitute during the showcase showdown. After much work, the contestant was able to win the showcase and obtain his valuable elephant. Sadly, it proved to be harder than he had imagined to own an elephant in Texas, and in the end, he was forced to give his prize elephant to a zoo. Ultimately, they end up with no elephant and no prize money.
An Elephant Was What A Price Is Right Contestant Wanted, Not Money
